Chiang Mai temples (Thailand)
While Doi Suthep Temple is high on a hill above Chiang Mai, there are many other temples in Chiang Mai...
China travel: Helpful tips for Western tourists going to China (from a solo female traveler)
A few things about China that may be helpful for others. VPN A VPN is essential if you want to...
Bell Tower and Drum Tower, Xian (China)
Updated:As I [originally wrote] this post, I’m on the high-speed train from Xi’an to Beijing. What is most striking about...
Xi'an Terracotta Warriors (China)
Getting there When arriving in Xi’an at the train station or airport, most people head right out to see the...
Loy Krathong (Kra-tong) floating lantern festival in Chiang Mai (Thailand)
For the Loy Krathong celebration, there is a great parade in Chiang Mai in addition to the floating candles.Loy Krathong...
Chiang Mai Markets
In Chiang Mai, there are many markets, which are a cacophony of color, noise and smells. Among other things, you...
Massage in Thailand – how it works
Pricing Massage places are everywhere in Thailand. Westerners would consider them all to be affordably priced. But depending on the...
Cappadocia – underground Turkey – living and hiding underground
While the fairy chimneys above ground in Cappadocia delight, there is magic below ground too. The tufa volcanic stone in...
China: Transportation options
When you are in the large cities of China, you have a lot of options for transportation including hailing taxis,...
